Tier 3
Varna, Bulgaria
Last verified 12 June 2026
The World Festival of Animated Film Varna presents animation screenings, workshops, exhibitions and masterclasses for audiences of all ages.
The main submission deadline for World Festival of Animated Film - Varnafest is around 17 May 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to World Festival of Animated Film - Varnafest costs from EUR 5 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. World Festival of Animated Film - Varnafest accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
World Festival of Animated Film - Varnafest takes place in Varna, Bulgaria.
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